Hayden Truax
Lincoln,NE
Summary
Dedicated and detail-oriented biology student with experience in contact tracing, demographic healthcare research, and component technician roles. Fluent in Spanish and skilled in volunteer coordination. Seeking opportunities to apply knowledge and skills in a dynamic environment.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Component Technician
Nebraska Community Blood Bank
Lincoln, NE
03.2022 - Current
- Processed specimens following established protocols while adhering to strict safety standards.
- Maintained laboratory equipment by performing calibration checks and troubleshooting any malfunctions.
- Conducted quality control testing on incoming materials to ensure accuracy of results.
- Assisted with the preparation and delivery of blood products to clinical areas as needed.
- Prepared specimens for laboratory analysis by centrifugation, filtration, expression, and aliquoting into appropriate containers.
- Performed quality control procedures on instruments prior to use.
- Assisted with training new staff members on proper processing techniques.
Board Member - Volunteer Coordination
Students Together Against Cancer 501(c)(3)
Lincoln , NE
07.2022 - 01.2023
- Developed and implemented volunteer recruitment plans.
- Coordinated onboarding and orientation for new volunteers.
- Recruited, scheduled and coordinated student volunteers for various projects.
- Assisted with fundraising efforts, including event planning and donor outreach.
Demographic Healthcare Reseacher
Professional Research Consultants Inc Prc
Omaha, NE
08.2021 - 03.2022
- Contact Patients and determine illnesses they are currently facing.
- Determine a patients access to healthcare within their area.
- Record the financial restraints patients face when considering health care.
- Record Previous diagnosis' and their ability to receive care
- Consult with the health department to determine current pressing issues to be discussed with patients
Contact Tracer
Professional Research Consultants Inc Prc
Omaha , Nebraska
09.2020 - 04.2021
- Assessed the risk of transmission by determining the type of contact, duration, and frequency of contact between index cases and their contacts.
- Provided guidance to contacts on when and how to quarantine or self-isolate in order to prevent further spread of infection.
- Conducted telephone interviews with individuals who tested positive for COVID-19 and collected information about their close contacts.
- Recorded data from case investigations into a secure database system.
- Collaborated with local health departments and community organizations to promote awareness of contact tracing efforts.
- Identified appropriate resources for individuals who have been exposed or infected with COVID-19.
- Developed effective communication strategies for providing accurate information about COVID-19 exposure risks and prevention measures to the public.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Biological Science
University of Nebraska - Lincoln
Lincoln, NE05-2024
High School Diploma -
Papillion La Vista South High School
Papillion, NE05-2019
Skills
- Electronic troubleshooting
- Schematic reading
- Mechanical Assembly
- Precision measurement
- Equipment Calibration
- Test equipment operation
- Organizational Skills
- Task Prioritization
- Active Listening
- Multitasking
- Problem-solving abilities
- Reliability
Affiliations
- Fishing
- Gymnastics
- Running
- At home organizing service
Languages
English
Native/ Bilingual
Spanish
Professional
Timeline
Board Member - Volunteer Coordination
Students Together Against Cancer 501(c)(3)
07.2022 - 01.2023
Component Technician
Nebraska Community Blood Bank
03.2022 - Current
Demographic Healthcare Reseacher
Professional Research Consultants Inc Prc
08.2021 - 03.2022
Contact Tracer
Professional Research Consultants Inc Prc
09.2020 - 04.2021
Bachelor of Science - Biological Science
University of Nebraska - Lincoln
High School Diploma -
Papillion La Vista South High School
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